For the last few years, Missouri State University’s Darr College of Agriculture has maintained a fruitful relationship with the Quapaw Nation of Oklahoma. This relationship has resulted in sharing ideas, information and resources related to agriculture. Who are the Quapaw people? The Quapaw Indians are native people of Arkansas, Missouri, Mississippi and Tennessee. Forced … [Read more...] about An enriching agriculture collaboration with Native Americans
Missouri State University highlights cultural competence as a pillar of its public affairs mission. The goal of cultural competence is for students to recognize and respect multiple perspectives and cultures. This October, MSU will host events on campus and in the Springfield area to recognize the LGBTQ+ community during LGBTQ+ History Month. Highlighted events Oct. 3 Mariela … [Read more...] about Celebrate LGBTQ+ history in October
Missouri State University consistently aims to educate campus and the surrounding community about world cultures. This September, multicultural programs will celebrate Latinx Heritage Month. From Sep. 4-26, you can immerse yourself in Latinx culture through events held on campus. “This is a month to celebrate the richness of the Latinx culture, especially here in the States,” … [Read more...] about Campus to celebrate Latinx Heritage Month
Hundreds of third through sixth grade students from the local area will take a journey on Sept. 25. They will visit the International Culture Fair, hosted by Missouri State University’s modern and classical languages department. “It’s essentially a trip around the world,” said Dr. Heidi Backes, coordinator of the event. “Students get a bag and a … [Read more...] about Take children on world tour at International Culture Fair
Recruiting women to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields is a national issue. Once women enter these fields, they face more hurdles and obstacles. A group from Missouri State University recently received a grant to study and promote gender equity in STEM fields. The grant is one of six National Science Foundation (NSF) ADVANCE Catalyst awards given … [Read more...] about Missouri State receives National Science Foundation grant to promote gender equity